Structured Cabling Solutions

ASD® has installed about 50,000 miles of cable in its tenure, that's enough to wrap around the earth twice. With that much travel, we know a thing or two about cabling. ASD® has designed, managed and maintained structured cabling systems in just about every environment and every industry.

Whether you need some rough numbers to reference in your next meeting or want to talk specifics, one of our ASD® experts will be glad to help you. Click below to view quick ballpark estimates based on industry standards and our project experience.

Featured Projects

Below are some of our best structured cabling project profiles. They showcase low voltage designs that are functional, creative, and ultimately an asset to the workplace.

Why make ASD® your partner?

Serving single-site customers, as well as those with a national or global footprint, ASD® will design, build and maintain a solution to meet your current needs as well as any of your future plans. You can be confident that things will get done when you hire ASD® as your workplace technology partner.

As an ANSI-accredited, consensus-based standards development organization, The BICSI International Standards Program creates standards and guidelines for use in the design, installation and integration of information and communications technology (ICT).

NSCA is a community of commercial electronic systems professionals, including integrators, manufacturers, consultants, and other industry experts.

Think outside the cable box.

ASD® Structured Cabling Products

Our products are used by many of the Fortune 1000, installed in corporate headquarters, large data centers, Federal agencies and across many of the top ten retailers. They are UL and ETL Listed, 3rd Party tested and found to exceed industry standards. Our installations range from thousands of cables to tens of thousands of cables across huge national deployments.

Okay, it goes like this… typically the cable is manufactured, and the manufacturer needs a sales representative to help sell it. It’s sold to a distributor, then the distributor sells it to an installer and then you pay for it. Sounds like a lot of mark ups, huh? So, why is this so exciting? Because we sell direct to you and eliminate all those crazy mark ups.

This is the Traditional Manufacturer/ Distribution Model

And this is the improved ASD® Delivery Model

Technology Partners

ASD® partners with a host of industry leading brands like the samples shown here. Click here to view all of our partners.

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Structured Cabling Pricing

Structured Cabling is the infrastructure on which all of your technologies reside. Organizations like BICSI have worked diligently to create guidelines for outlining reliable systems for your workplace. Whether you are in the superhighway of your network at your data center or on cruise control out to a standard user, there is a clear path to proper design and project budgeting.

Based on our experience, we typically see prices ranging from $90.00 to $300.00+ per cable.

Some factors that contribute to overall cost of the project.

MANUFACTURER

If you have a product standard and are currently not allowing competition on cable brand you are probably paying more money than you should. We encourage you to think outside of the cable box and enjoy the savings. If nothing else, allowing competition for manufactures will drive down the cost.

CABLE TYPES

Plenum or non Plenum? In environments where the area above the ceiling is used as a return air plenum, cabling must be plenum rated. This rating is the most common in the commercial world and is more expensive than a non-plenum cable.

ABOVE FINISHED FLOOR (AFF)

How high is the work being performed? Is it ladder work, or do we need to bring in a manlift? A manlift will elevate the overall costs but may be safer and more efficient. Cabling installed in a raised floor environment should be less expensive simply due to not needing a lift or ladders.

DROPPED TILE OR FIXED CEILINGS

Drop tile ceilings are more accessible and do not require restoration efforts. Fixed, or sheet rock ceilings, may require access panels to be cut and then restored, driving the costs higher than drop tile ceiling installations.

CABLE CATEGORY RATING

Category rating of the cable will affect costs. Category 5E will be less expensive than Category 6, Category 6 will be less expensive than Category 6A.

HOW MANY CABLES PER WORK AREA?

Best practice is to pull two cables to each work area. However, there are many companies today who only install one cable as this still gives you three connections. Think of it this way, one cable to a VoIP phone is actually two connections and using your wireless network, you now have three connections.

DATA CENTER

If your installation has a data center requirement, this will increase the cost per cable. Typically, data centers require expensive cabinets, cable tray as well as higher bandwidth cabling.

NUMBER OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS CLOSETS

The number of closets in a cabling installation will increase cost. This is due to the additional backbone and IDF room equipment needed. This is usually something you can’t change as closets requirements are typically due to distance limitations of a cabling system. You can control how your rack and equipment is specified to keep cost at a minimum.

Whether you need some rough numbers to reference in your n​ext meeting or you want to sharpen pencils and talk specifics, one of our ASD® experts will be glad to help you with rapid ballpark estimates tailored to your needs or a detailed quote based on your exact specifications.Have any questions? Ask ASD®.

Common Cost Factors for Most Projects

GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION

Where is the project located? Some parts of the country are more expensive than others. Some rural areas may require travel due to availability of the field resources which could increase cost.

Projects being installed with a Union Labor requirement will be more expensive than projects without the requirement. Some projects require a prevailing wage to be paid to a technician which can also increase costs.

PERMITTING

Permitting varies from state to state and city to city. One city may not require anything more than an application form to receive a permit, while others may want full engineered drawings that go through a plan review process. The full set of engineered drawings carries a substantial price tag that elevates the overall system cost. Another consideration is the time required if the review process is a requirement.

NEW CONSTRUCTION VS RENOVATION

New construction will typically be less expensive than renovation.

LOCAL CODES & STANDARDS

Local codes can drive cost as they vary in requirement. For instance, in some locations across the U.S. all overhead cable must run in conduit while others can be supported with J-Hooks in the ceiling.

INFRASTRUCTURE

Pathways can contribute greatly to overall system costs. Costs of core holes sizing and cutting slab for conduits needs to be considered in your budgeting process.

ECONOMIES OF SCALE

What type of structure is being built? A system in a manufacturing plant is developed completely different than a high rise office building. An apartment complex can reuse the same templates for each building; this saves design time and costs.

INSTALLATION HOURS

Normal working hours will be less expensive than after hours or weekends.

About

Crestron simplifies commercial lighting control with the right products and systems designed to work for the individual needs of each space in a building and integrate easily together for enterprise-wide monitoring, management and control. As a leading Crestron national provider, ASD®‘s process dramatically reduces the time required to complete each phase of a lighting control project while greatly improving efficiency and scalability for our clients.

Cisco is the worldwide leader in IT that helps companies seize the opportunities of tomorrow by proving that amazing things can happen when you connect the previously unconnected.

ASD® is proud to provide Cisco solutions to our clients.

Brownlee energy-efficient wall, ceiling and outdoor LED fixtures and lighting control systems are assembled, tested and packaged at their headquarters in Orlando, Florida. As a Brownlee national provider, ASD® shares a commitment to keeping jobs in America and providing for your LED lighting needs well into the future.

ConTech provides LED track, pendant, decorative, accent and downlighting products that are energy-efficient, while providing high-quality performance and outstanding aesthetic design. With the latest technology and correct application, it is possible to cut energy costs and improve lighting quality to increase the productivity of your space. ASD® is proud to be a ConTech national provider.

Coronet manufactures a wide variety of recessed, surface and pendant mounted luminaires for commercial and industrial applications. Engineered and manufactured in the U.S., the architecturally sleek appearance of Coronet fixtures fits perfectly in modern commercial spaces and each are designed with ease of installation and maintenance in mind. ASD® is proud to be a Coronet Lighting national provider.

LG LED lighting products provide high performance, DLC listed, new construction and retrofit options for key-energy focused products such as troffers, highbays and other retrofit opportunities. LG electronics is a globally recognized brand leader providing comprehensive LED lighting solutions to efficiently, effectively and environmentally support a wide array of lighting requirements. ASD® is proud to be a LG LED Lighting national provider.

The Wattstopper line of products offers energy efficient lighting controls for commercial use that help customers find convenient ways to save energy, meet green initiatives and comply with energy codes. Known well for their analog sensor and controls devices, WattStopper is paving the future with Digital Lighting Management (DLM) – a Cat5 based, BackNET compatible controls system. ASD® is proud to be a Wattstopper national provider.

TMS Lighting provides architectural and designer-grade wall, recessed, outdoor, landscape and pendant style solutions that are both elegant and energy-efficient. TMS Lighting is passionate about lighting and is always moving toward the future. ASD® is proud to be a TMS Lighting national provider.

Nora Lighting produces an exceptional line of recessed, track, Nora Rail, Nora Mini Rail and multiple lighting systems, sconces, pendants, under cabinet, linear and accent lighting, emergency and exit lighting. Nora Lighting is an industry leader in the design and production of energy-efficient lighting systems for commercial, architectural, retail, hospitality, healthcare and educational applications. ASD® is proud to be a Nora Lighting national provider.

Mule Lighting manufactures a complete emergency lighting line with an extensive selection of exit signs, emergency lighting units, fluorescent battery packs and emergency power systems that meet the requirements for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications. Mule Lighting’s vast product offerings include architectural, commercial and industrial models in a choice of materials and light sources that meet Buy America standards. ASD® is proud to be a Mule Lighting national provider.

Mercury provides Commercial, Industrial, Outdoor, Security and Exit lighting solutions in both traditional and LED sources. Mercury also has a strong offering of Quick-Ship LED lighting products. Mercury is partnered with Encelium, Enlighted, Magnum Energy Solutions, Philips & Wattstopper to offer a comprehensive package of Intelligent LED Luminaires. ASD® is proud to be a Mercury Lighting Products national provider.

Lunera designs and markets high performance commercial LED lamps that outperform traditional lighting technologies including CFLs, metal halides and high-pressure sodium lamps. Lunera started as an innovative LED lighting company to deliver energy savings through lamps that are simple to install, reliable to operate and valuable to own. The company has rapidly transcended lighting to become one of the world’s most innovative Smart Building Services companies. With a shared passion for innovation, ASD® is a proud Lunera national provider.

ASD® is proud to be a leader among Tellabs’ network of dealers in providing products that allow companies to connect with greater surface area coverage and faster Internet service speeds.

Shure is dedicated to manufacturing microphones and audio electronics to help amplify, process and mix sound perfectly, transparently, and reliably.

ASD® is proud to be a leader among Shure’s worldwide network of dealers that provide innovative audio products that meet and exceed expectations.

Planar brings deep technology expertise to big display challenges, and they help people understand the technology options available to them and bring the latest and best offerings to bear.

ASD® is proud to be a leader among Planar’s network of partners in providing display products to any customer, anywhere at anytime.

Revolabs is the premier provider of audio solutions for unified communications, enterprise collaboration, and professional audio applications across a wide range of markets.

ASD® is among Revolabs’ worldwide network of dealers that provide systems utilized across the globe for a variety of applications, from webcasts and video conferencing to podcasts and broadcasting.

Epson is a leading manufacturer in the printer, professional imaging, projector, scanner, system devices and factory automation categories.

ASD® is proud to partner with Epson in delivering high performance products, services and solutions that exceed customers’ expectations.

Xirrus transforms wired to wireless by providing the most powerful, scalable and simple wireless access solutions to organizations that depend on it for day-to-day operations.

ASD® is proud to partner with Xirrus in developing wireless solutions to handle critical applications flawlessly and increase productivity.

Valcom provides equipment, guidance and assistance in implementing everything from the simplest paging system to the most complex mass notification communications system solution.

ASD® is proud to be among Valcom’s partners that focus on listening to and providing customer based solutions.

OnSSI develops comprehensive and intelligent IP video surveillance management software, and they are committed to powering customers’ surveillance systems so they can truly stay one step ahead.

ASD® is proud to be among OnSSI’s network of partners that are committed to raising safety standards around the world.

Draper is the second largest manufacturer of projection screens in the world, and their projection screen product offering includes over 60 different models, ranging from tiny table-top screens to extremely large screens for performing arts venues and arenas.

ASD® is proud to be among Draper’s network of partners that provide quality projection screens to countries worldwide.

Bogen Communications is a leading provider of sound systems and telephone peripherals for commercial, industrial, and institutional applications.

ASD® is proud to be among Bogen’s network of partners that provide products to address applications ranging from single speaker systems to large-scale concert music systems.

Meraki is an industry leader in the IT space, with over 140,000 customers and 2 million network devices and counting online around the world.

ASD® is proud to be among Meraki’s network of partners that provide IT solutions that allow customers to seize new business opportunities and reduce operational costs.

Lencore engineers and builds system solutions for Sound Masking, Paging, Audio and Mass Notification and Emergency Communication (MNEC) with applications in a variety of industries.

ASD® is proud to partner with Lencore in providing the finest acoustical comfort, speech privacy, and mass notification solutions.

ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in door opening solutions and a market leader in most of Europe, North America, China and Oceania.

ASD® is proud to be among ASSA ABLOY’s network of partners that are focused on developing innovative solutions that improve customers’ lives through greater security, safety and convenience.

Pelco designs and delivers a broad range of high-quality, IP video security products and systems complemented with an unparalleled level of customer support and services.

ASD® is proud to be among Pelco’s network of partners that are focused on the development of video surveillance and security solutions.

Milestone AV Technologies is a leading global provider of innovative mounting and display solutions for various audiovisual technologies.

ASD® is proud to partner with Milestone in providing the most comprehensive offering of AV solutions in the market.

Exacq Technologies is a leading manufacturer of video management system (VMS) software and servers used for video surveillance.

Digital Watchdog (DW) is the industry leader in digital recorders, surveillance cameras and related management software, delivering complete video surveillance solutions for HD over Coax and HD IP systems of any size and for any application.

ASD® is proud to be among DW’s worldwide network of partners that provide quality product performance.

Keyscan is focused on developing and manufacturing access control hardware and software and has established itself as one of the premier access control brands on the market today.

ASD® is proud to be partnered with Keyscan in offering reliable operation that customers can depend on day in and day out.

BIAMP Systems is a leading provider of innovative, networked media systems that power the world’s most sophisticated audio/video installations.

ASD® is proud to be a leader with BIAMP Systems in delivering high-quality products and backing each product with a commitment to exceptional customer service.

Hitachi serves diverse market segments in the U.S. with a broad range of infrastructure, business and consumer products, services and solutions aimed at benefiting customers and society.

ASD® is proud to partner with Hitachi in leveraging advanced technologies to create value for society.

Da-Lite is a company that is committed to improving surface formulations to ensure the best surface for today and future projection technology.

ASD® is proud to be a leader among Da-Lite’s network of dealers that provide projection surfaces that are formulated to preserve, and in some cases enhance, every pixel projected resulting in expert clarity, rich contrast, vivid color and brightness.

Polycom is a global leader in video, voice and content collaboration solutions serving industries and enterprises of all shapes and sizes.

ASD® is proud to be a leader among Polycom’s large network of dealers that provide video conferencing solutions and innovative user experiences that help millions of people around the world.

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ASD® is proud to be a leader among Aruba Networks’ worldwide network of dealers that are always thinking about how to solve their clients’ toughest business and IT challenges.

CSM is a growth-oriented technology company focused on audio/acoustic comfort for commercial and institutional markets.

ASD® is a proud leader among CSM’s network of partners that strive to continuously improve and refine product lines to provide the highest quality solution for clients.

Atlas Sound is a global electronics manufacturer that provides comprehensive audio solutions for commercial business environments.

ASD® is proud to be among Atlas’ worldwide network of dealers that save organizations time and money with effective use of audio communication systems.

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ASD® is proud to be among Allegion’s network of partners that help customers navigate their toughest security challenges and help builders and property owners differentiate themselves by providing innovative and secure solutions.

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ASD® is proud to be a partner with Lifesize in developing market-leading products that deliver easy-to-use and scalable audio, web and video conferencing.

Belden is a global leader in signal transmission and security solutions for mission-critical applications in enterprise and industrial markets. Their customers across all our brands can rely on what they build to outperform and outlast in the most demanding conditions, and they know that Belden will support them with uncompromising and responsive service.